What are Punitive Damages and will I be entitled to claim them?

Certain cases warrant the recovery of punitive, or exemplary, damages. Under Georgia law, if a tort is caused by a person who acts with the intent to harm (or with reckless disregard of the safety of others) then the injured person, in addition to the types of damages listed above, may also recover an additional amount to punish the other party and deter them from this type of conduct in the future. There are certain prerequisites for and limitations upon the recovery of punitive damages, and not all insurance policies cover the other driver for this classification of damages. Any attorney experienced in Georgia tort law can tell you if your case warrants a claim for punitive damages.  more